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It had been suggested Red Bull retaining Sergio Perez was due to a call from Liberty Media
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko refuted the claim that Sergio Perez was retained solely due to pressure from F1 owner Liberty Media. Christian Horner announced Perez’s continuation with the team post the Belgian Grand Prix, despite concerns over his recent performance. Speculation arose that Liberty Media influenced the decision to ensure Perez’s presence at his home race in Mexico, which Marko dismissed. Although Perez’s form had raised doubts, Red Bull maintained faith in him as their top choice driver. Marko emphasized the importance of consistency over speed for Perez’s future success with the team.
